Sermons on Total Forgiveness:

God's Prescription For Powerful Prayer Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

Forgiveness is an active choice. Forgetting is a passive process in which a matter fades from our memory with the passing of time. The sad thing is when it comes to people who have offended us, we have total recall.

INTRODUCTION A young man in college was visiting his girlfriend’s hometown for the first time. We’ll call him Tommy. It was a small town with only one drug store. Tommy stopped in and told the pharmacist he wanted to buy three boxes of chocolate: a small box, a medium box, and a large box. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

Our Family Values: Love, Acceptance And Forgiveness

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 29, 2006

The church is the family of God. What are our family values? Love, acceptance and forgiveness. Morton Kelsey wrote, “The church is not a museum for saints, but a hospital for sinners.” What does that mean?

OUR FAMILY VALUES: LOVE, ACCEPTANCE AND FORGIVENESS INTRODUCTION: Welcome to our ‘family’. Every family has different values. Some families are really big on sports, others music, etc. What are our family values at Firestorm? OPENING TEXT: “Jesus said, "’You shall love the Lord your God with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: *other

How Can I Ever Forgive You?

Contributed by Christopher Goelzer on Feb 4, 2004

Encourage and empower the beleiver to cherish teh forgiveness they have from their heeavenly Father so much so that they will continually forgive each other.

NIV Matthew 18:21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" 22 Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. 23 "Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Betrayal, Forgiveness & Restoration - Peter Denies The Christ

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 8, 2004

A look at Peter’s betrayal of Jesus and how Jesus brought forgiveness and restoration to Peter.

Mar. 28 – Jesus: The Betrayed READ John 13:21-38 18:15-18; 25-27 The year was 1779. He was a loyal patriot, a prosperous businessman, a natural leader and an obvious choice to be captain of the Connecticut State Militia. He proved to be a good military leader. He joined Montgomery ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-38, John 18:15-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will God Really Forgive All My Sins? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 2, 2005

Sermon from the series based on questions asked on various spiritual issues.

Joe was overcome by emotion as he sorted through his father’s belongings. After a long battle with cancer it was hard to believe that his father was gone. Reflecting on the past decade, Joe had plenty of regrets. He had a rebellious streak and lived a very indulgent life. As a result of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Redemption - Part I (The Forgiveness Of Sins) Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 19, 2002

The first necessary step in redemption (#4 in the ’Every Spiritual Blessing’ series)

As we continue in this study in Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, we must be careful not to skip merrily along, flitting from one verse or phrase to the next and on to the next, touching the surface of each, like a bee gathering pollen, and never looking back at previous verses, or even stopping to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Orthodox

Why In The World Should I Forgive, Anyway?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 22, 2002

A consideration of five reasons that we should want to pursue forgiveness.

We begin this morning with the knowledge that Jesus has commanded us to forgive. We add to that our general belief that forgiveness is a good thing. But, then, when we get into the actual situation where our heart has been stomped on and our emotions have been ripped to shreds, we need a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Dead-End Detours Along The Road To Forgiveness

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 10, 2002

This message unpacks 4 of the common reasons that people do not persevere on the journey of forgiveness.

Text: Galatians 6:1, 7, 9. - Our text sets the stage for what we want to discuss today. - Verse 1 places before us the call to forgiveness. This passage actually can be used in a much broader way, but given our immediate context this morning we’re dealing with the way this text applies ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

We Forgive, We Forget And We Fight On

Contributed by Mark Sutherlin on Dec 10, 2001

The practice of Forgiveness

We Forgive, We Forget and We Fight On Luke 23:34 INTRODUCTION A. THINK OF NUMEROUS THINGS THAT WOULD PUSH MY CAPACITY TO FORGIVE 1. Certain things happening to my children, wife, family 2. Repetitive occurrences 3. Lack for remorse, smugness coming from the offender B. A FARMER AND HIS SON ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father Forgive Them For They Know Not What They Do

Contributed by Eric Bland on Jun 16, 2003

First of the seven last words of Christ on the cross.

Word #1- ?Father forgive them; for they know not what they do? Luke 23:34 In Gods Holy Word there may be at times when reading through the scripture that it seems like we have no hope. There may be times when it appears that God is very upset and wants nothing to do with us. But you know what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiving When Your World Falls Apart

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Sep 18, 2002

An important step to healing after tragedies like 9-11 is forgiveness. But how is it possible? (17th Sunday after Pentecost)

FORGIVING—WHEN YOUR WORLD FALLS APART (Matthew 18:21-35) (Review the Gospel lesson, Matthew 18:21-35. Peter asks, “How many times should I forgive?” Jesus gives a number, but his point is that we should ask another question: “How many times does God forgive me?” Put yourselves in the shoes of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgiveness Makes Me Shudder . . . Then I Smile

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Nov 24, 2001

Christians need to realize that they are forgiven to an extent beyond what they can imagine, a realization that is a bit frightening but which also overwhelms us once again with grace.

Forgiveness Makes Me Shudder . . . Then I Smile / Luke 23:33-43 Proper 29, Year C; Downsville Baptist Church; 25 November 2001 November 25th 2001, the last day of the church year. Next Sunday we begin a new year. Once again we begin anticipating the reception of God’s promise of Immanuel, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

"Father Forgive Them, For They Know Not What They Do”

Contributed by Timothy Proctor Sr. D. Min on Nov 24, 2002

While on the cross, Jesus made seven utterances or statements. My task and purpose today is to preach on the fires of just one of those statements. " Father forgive them, for they know not what they do. Some insert are credited to A. W. Pink’s.

Luke 23:34 “FATHER FORGIVE THEM, FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO” Some insert are credited to A. W. Pink’s Intro: The crucifixion procession arrived at Calvary a little before nine o’clock on Friday morning. The two thieves were fastened to their crosses and raised into place. Next the Roman ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

Forgiveness: It's A God Thing - Pass It On! Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 17, 2008

This is part of a series of messages about the life of Joseph. We are challenged to "imitate" Jesus by forgiving those who have caused emotional harm. Some thoughts come from Sermon Central - John Hamby "Dealing With Forgiveness"

In Jesus Holy Name September 21, 2008 Series: O.T. Challenges Redeemer Genesis 42:1-9 “Forgiveness: It’s A God Thing! Pass It On” Our series of messages through the book of Genesis remind us of real life events. We have followed the life of Joseph. He ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope In The Lord's Forgiving Love

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Aug 1, 2008

We are not fine because we are wracked with sin Sin that the only payment for is death And we can never be cleansed of this sin, except for the blood of Jesus that washes away all sin

Hope in the Lord’s Forgiving Love Psalm 130 Good ole Farmer Joe had been in bad accident while pulling his horse trailer He decided his injuries from the accident were serious enough to take the trucking company (responsible for the accident) to court. In court, the trucking company’s fancy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist